The library held a discussion on the links between literature and politics and the importance of reading. Memory and the Latvian Cultural heritage were also discussed, partly because they are linked to the books that MEP Artis Pabriks chose for the 60 Books for the Summer, and partly because they are linked to the exhibition that Mr Pabriks helped organising in the library: a photo project about the fate of 15 private manors in Latvia and their enthusiastic owners. The opening of the exhibition took place just after the debate and was followed by a city parade, all very well attended.